What servers is the Dell 6MXN9 compatible with?

Fully compatible with Dell PowerEdge R640, R740XD, R650, R750 rack servers and MX-series blade systems using U.2 NVMe backplanes. Plug-and-play integration requires no special adapters or firmware updates beyond standard server BIOS.

What workload type is this SSD optimized for?

Read Intensive (RI) workload rating optimized for applications with high read-to-write ratios like virtualization hosts, databases, analytics platforms, and content caching where sustained read performance exceeds 70% of total I/O operations.

Does this SSD include encryption?

Yes, features Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) with FIPS 140-2 validation providing hardware AES-256 encryption. Supports secure erase functions and meets federal compliance standards for data protection at rest without host CPU overhead.

What is the physical form factor and connector?

Standard 2.5-inch SFF U.2 form factor with 15mm z-height. Uses PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe over U.2 connector compatible with all enterprise server drive bays supporting this standard interface.

Is this drive hot-plug capable?

Yes, designed as hot-plug drive for Dell servers with NVMe U.2 backplanes. Supports online insertion/removal without system interruption when used in redundant RAID configurations.

What performance advantages over SATA SSDs?

PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe delivers up to 7x bandwidth of SATA 6Gbps with significantly lower latency due to NVMe protocol efficiency. Enables faster application response times and higher VM density in virtualization environments.

6MXN9 - Dell 6MXN9 3.84TB NVMe PCIe4 U.2 RI TLC FIPS SSD

Name: Dell 6MXN9 3.84TB NVMe PCIe4 U.2 RI TLC FIPS SSD
Brand: Dell
SKU: 6MXN9
Price: 4758 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The Dell 6MXN9 is a 3.84TB enterprise-grade NVMe SSD in a 2.5-inch U.2 form factor, utilizing PCIe Gen4 x4 interface and TLC NAND flash optimized for read-intensive workloads. Designed specifically for Dell PowerEdge servers including R640, R740XD, R650, and R750 rack models, as well as MX-series blade systems, it features Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology with FIPS 140-2 validation for secure data protection in regulated environments. The drive delivers low-latency NVMe protocol performance with high throughput suitable for virtualization, databases, analytics, and content delivery applications. Its read-intensive tuning ensures sustained performance for workloads with high read-to-write ratios, providing enterprise endurance in dense server rack deployments. Thermal efficiency supports stable operation in high-density environments, while seamless integration with Dell U.2 backplanes enables plug-and-play deployment. This SSD outperforms legacy SATA/SAS drives via PCIe Gen4 bandwidth, accelerating application response times and improving system throughput for data-driven enterprise IT infrastructure.

3.84TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe U.2 SSD.
TLC Read Intensive FIPS 140-2 SED.
2.5in SFF for PowerEdge servers.
Low latency NVMe protocol.
Enterprise endurance rating.
Hot-plug Dell tray compatible.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	6MXN9
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
NAND Type	TLC 3D NAND
Device Type	Solid State Drive - NVMe SSD - Hot-plug
Compatibility	Dell PowerEdge R640/R740XD/R650/R750/MX-series
Workload Rating	Read Intensive (RI)

Storage

Capacity	3.84TB

Security

Compatible systems

Native support in Dell PowerEdge 14th/15th Gen rack/blade servers with U.2 NVMe infrastructure.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R650
Form factor: 1U Rack
Generation: 15th Gen
U.2 NVMe backplane required
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R750
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: 15th Gen
Full PCIe Gen4 support
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R740XD
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: 14th Gen
PCIe Gen4 with latest BIOS
Dell PowerEdge MX
Model: MX750c
Form factor: Blade
Generation: Current
MX NVMe sleds

Best for

Virtualization Hosts
VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, KVM hypervisors hosting multiple VMs with consistent low-latency storage I/O for VDI and server consolidation.
Database Servers
OLTP/OLAP databases like SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL requiring high read throughput and predictable latency for transaction processing.

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